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LONG-TERM TESTING FOR SMITH + NEPHEW with dr. broome
Dr. Broome specializes in knee replacement surgery, and his research and studies have led him to believe that Smith + Nephew knee implants are the best choice for his patients!
The Best Knee Replacement - Smith + Nephew with Dr. Broome
Our main goal is for our patients to feel comfortable and pain-free after their knee replacement surgery. That’s why we have chosen the top-tier knee implant, Smith + Nephew, to relieve any pain you are experiencing.
The Importance Of Good Nutrition
It is important to provide your body with all the nutrients and vitamins it needs to work its best on a day to day basis.
Valgus knees vs varus knees
So varus and valgus knees are really descriptions of the alignment of your legs. Our legs were meant to be straight yet some people may have varus knees or valgus knees. Let’s discuss the differences!
Dr. Broome’s Take On A Patient Looking For A Second Opinion
Dr. Broome believes a patient needs to know the right questions to ask during a consultation, and sometimes those don't really come to mind until you walk out of the door of a doctor’s office. This is one of the reasons why Dr. Broome encourages second opinions.
Dr. Broome DIVES INTO: TOTAL HIP REPLACEMENTS
In a total hip replacement, we remove the ball to insert metal and plastic to make up for bone and cartilage loss. These parts are artificial, but serve the same function as our own. There are no nerves in the metal or plastic so the pain associated with the rubbing of ‘bone on bone’ in the joint is relieved.
A Knee Replacement Patient Testimonial for Dr. Broome
To be honest with you, I truly believe I'm better now than I was before the surgery. I truly do.
The Power of Fat
A living testament, Dr. C. Brandon Broome is a replacement specialist and was a lipogems patient himself. Dr. Broome specializes in less invasive hip and knee replacement surgery performing nearly 400 joint replacement procedures each year.
Hip Resurfacing Testimonial
A patient competes in Iron Man after their hip resurfacing surgery!
Zuk Knee Success Story
A knee replacement success story with San Antonio Orthopaedic Specialists!